triple j's 'Hottest 100' Voting is Now Open

Sending out a mission for all Koolism supporters to complete.

It has come to that time of the year when triple j compile their 'Hottest 100' list voted by YOU the listener. We're up for a nomination for our single, 'Jam Hot' so it would be much appreciated if you took out the time to vote for it. Haha. That sounded a little condescending, didn't it?

Well, for those up for the task. It's easy as pie. Hit up the triple j voting page HERE and click the 'by artist' link. Do a search for 'Jam Hot', fill out the required bits and pieces and bob's your uncle!

Much thanks for those willing to help some brothers out. To those not - I'll be sending big fella in the photo above around to your place. Haha...

OK - hope all is well out there. Catch you all up in a bit.

PS: That character above was done by Seth (KOA) at Bondi Beach for the KOA 20th Anniversary throwdown.

Merry Christmas, b*tches!

What it look like, family...

Just dropping in to wish you all a Merry Christmas (if you celebrate this day, that is. Even if you don't - Merry Christmas anyway!). I hope you are all well and are keeping safe. Damn... I've already had three family Christmas dinners and have two more to go. Far out - I think I've put on 5kgs! All good though. I'm very fortunate to be able to do that and to have opportunities to spend time with family and eat well. So on that note, I'm sparing some thoughts and prayers for those not with us and for those less fortunate than we.

As a little gesture of love and appreciation, we've put up our new single, 'Jam Hot', on our myspace page to download and enjoy throughout the festive season.

So keep safe. Eat heaps. Love lots.
Catch you before '08 is outta here.
Peace and blessings...
Hauie

The KOA 20 Year Anniversary

Nuff said.

Hurt So Good

You know how it is with friends ... Can't live with 'em, can't live without 'em.

No Business Like Show Business

What's up to all my Melbournians and surrounding area crew.

We'll be playing our first show in donkey's years (how many is that exactly???) a long side TZU, Illzilla and... well, you can check the flyer for all the details.

So come down and hang out with us to get in that festive mood. It'll be tops!

By HauieBeast

Tank Fly Boss

What it is, peoples. Yes - it is finally here! Our new single titled, Jam Hot, has hit the airwaves and will hopefully reach you folks out there in radio land. Keep an ear out for it. Stay tuned for how to grab yourself a copy. 

If you dig it, request Jam Hot on the lovely Rosie's show, 'Super Request' on triple j.

Much thank you's and praises to our supporters for holding tight for the last three years. It has been quite an uphill battle, but hey...what doesn't kill you only makes you stronger, right? Riiight??? (Check me out - getting my HTML language on...haha)

Anyway, I hope it was worth the wait. Stay tuned for the full-length.

Rrraaarrr! Rrraaarrr! Like a Dungeon Dragon

Koolism II: The Booth of Truth

The Beast goes in to do what he does best. And that's rappity rap.

A make-shift studio was set up in the infamous Boom Boom Room (location disclosed). This place has a rich history and so we decided to set up in there to feed off it's vibes and tradition...

...or something like that.

The Wonderful Stevie

Yes, I know folks. This sort of thing is illegal. And I did feel like a naughty little kid taking money from his mum's purse. But I had to do it so I can then do the internet thing to share it with my fellow Stevie Wonder fans.

I filmed this at the Acer Arena in October. Hands down - best concert I have been to. And I have been to a lot. Jay-Z, Kanye, Ultramagnetic MCs, U2, Dizzee Rascal, Common, Tricky, The Ting Tings etc etc etc. But this?!?! Incredible.

Anyway, here is the maestro rockin' the vocoder. After watching this I thought how mad it would've been to see Zapp live in concert. T-Pain - I hope you're watching and taking down notes. You too, Kanye.

Yes We Did. (Or some cheesy type heading)

OK, I'm gonna keep it short and sweet. Yes - it was a momentous occasion. Yes - it was an historic win. Yes - it felt, like my hip hop brethren in the States say, 'gooder than a muhf**cka!'.

But hold up! People have to keep on this man's back to deliver all the hope, faith and promises he seems to represent. But it's a good start though, right?

Here is I with my surgically attached camera in a spot in Sydney when folks got to witness Mr. Barack Obama's big win.

And So The Journey Begins... Again!

Koolism I: Return of the Mad Scientist

Stay locked for more exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of recording sessions, beat making and general shenanigans shot in The Dojo studios, The Boom Boom Room and the KOA HQ.

If you have a You Tube account. look me up under HauieBeast and subscribe to get that visual goodness.

Spread the word, love and vibes. Danielsan and Hau is back up in this b*tch!

International Business

Greetings, my peoples...

Hope all is good in your neighbourhood.

I trust you all know of my boy, Katalyst. Earlier this year I travelled with him to perform at the International Java Jazz Festival (that had more slap bass than you can poke a stick at). On our downtime, we took in the local sites and ventured into the local markets. Bloody record gold mine.

Here is a video I shot and threw together of Katalyst (and his small entourage) doing what he does best after making records. Digging for them.

Much love to the Indonesian crew!

How Much Can Pharrell Kiss Premo's Arse?

Howdy folks.

Hope all are well. 

Things are starting to simmer in the Koolism camp. I feel you may be hearing something from us very, very soon. I know I've probably said that before, but this time it's for rilla. So stay tuned, my brothers and sisters.

In the mean time, check this video out. I thought it was quite entertaining. Pharrell 'Man Chest' Williams doing the 'I'm not worthy' on Dj Premier and telling a story about Busta Rhymes. He seems cool though. Just wish he'd keep his bloody shirt on!

But in any case, Pharrell can still bust out a beat that does make me screw up my face. Good to see him give these original don producers their propers. Kids that look up to Pharrell, acknowledge what made Pharrell into the producer he is today!

Just Cos I Wanted To Show You

The two juniors rinsing it out proper.

Junior Demus and Junior Cat, some time in the late 80's in Jamaica, doing it up like nobody's business.

Pop Goes the Cherry and the Cherry Goes Pop!

What it is, my fellow human beings???

Hope to find you all in good health. Hauie here, sending universal greetings to all my peoples around the world. Roll call! Honolulu, Salt Lake City, Harlem, Sydney, Bangkok, Kolovai, Auckland, Melbourne,  and them places that Google's prying eyes can't perve on.

Here it is. My first entry in here. Took me a while to do so, but right now I'm in a writing mood. Some of this (well, ok - most of it) is from my recent Myspace blog but...hey. So with that brief intro said, in the immortal words of the great Slick Rick: "Heeeeere we gooooo!"

Koolism is still in the lab. "STILL???", I hear you say? Yes - still. Danielsan, the mad scientist, is still shaping (and sometimes re-shaping) the album's beats, blips and bleeps. I will tell you though - the songs that are completed are great. 'Great' in the sense that they have turned out really well for us. Not 'great' as in, "Yo, this shit is blazin'!" (although I do feel like that...haha).

Daniel says the completed tunes have pretty much turned out the way he envisioned in his head. Which can be frustrating for the poor chap who also has all things architectural, mathematic, scientifical (rap word) and Japanese stored up there and competing for attention. But yeah, apologies for the hold up, but I think it will be worth the wait. You know how the ol' saying goes, so I don't need to repeat it.

A lot of people ask, "What does it sound like?" and "What style is Dan coming with this time 'round?" and "Will it be out by 2012???". Hmmm...let's see.

"What does it sound like?": It sounds like Koolism. Cheesy answer, yeah, but that's the only way I can respond to that question. You know when you hear music and a lot of the time you could think of at least three bands that could've done it? Well, with our tunes, only we can do it. Whether you love it or hate it - our sound is original.

"What style is Dan coming with this time 'round?": To tell you the truth, I don't think Dan even knows the answer to that question. He does what he does and that's how it turns out. On some electro-kung fu-karate-trip hop-upbeat-political-vintage piano-timbales-jungle-slow jams shit.

"Will it be out by 2012???": Haha...don't hold your breath. But I think it will be ready soon..............'ish.

So to all that are eagerly awaiting for the album to rear it's butt-ugly head...hold tight. We thank everyone who ask about it, who are curious about it and who are fiending for it. Thanks for your continuous support and unconditional love.

Switching it up a little, I'd like to send a big congrats to my man, Katalyst (no homo...haha), who has been nominated for an ARIA in the 'Urban' (read: Anything that doesn't sound white middle class Australian) catergory. Man, I hate that term. Anyway, well done, mate.

Also, congrats to my boys of The Herd, Muph & Pluto, Spit Syndicate and Bliss n Eso and my girl, A-Love (big up the whole Crookneck crew!). Represent that!

Speaking of Crookneck, I'd like to send another congrats to our brother, BVA, and Lucy who recently tied the knot. It was a well nice day. Sun, food and good company. Surely it can't get better than that?!

Keeping it on the Crookneck tip. I heard some new tunes Raph has put down for his solo project. All I can say is, "Duck! ... Sucker MCs duck down!!!". BVA is also working on his own project. I heard the beats and as you would expect... nasty. Can't wait to check it. Ransom is still in NYC. Enjoying it thoroughly apparently. Nice one, brother. Enjoy away.

Speaking of friends abroad, at this time I'd like to send universal love to my brother, Trav, and his missus, Jade, who are still chillin in London. I've been hearing the stories. Phew...talk about living your 2nd childhood! Haha.

Also, sending high 5's to the man like Adem in Bangkok (again, no homo...haha. That's a funny rap saying, innit?). Going through some trying times, but we're all thinking bout you brother. Hold your head up.

Hmmm...let's talk music again. Listening to a new tune by Murs featuring Big Snoop and Latoiya Williams. It's called 'Time is Now'. Very nice. It was interesting to see Snoop appear on a Murs track. I guess it's that West Coast love (no h... ahhh forget it).I'm also getting into the new Roots Manuva album, 'Slime & Reason'. Heavy with a capital heavy. 'Let the Spirit' has surely got to be the tune of the year. It's definitely turning Dan out. If you are to ever do me a favour, then let it be this. Listen to that tune.

Ummm... the new Al Green ('Lay It Down') is great. Nas' 'Untitled' was...hmmm. It was good. Nas, himself, was on point. And I mean, on point! But like many of his albums, the music let it down. Oh, on the local tip, the new Hermitude ('Threads') is top shelf. Solid beats, music and guest appearances. Shiiiit, even I'm on there ('Exhale'). Getting my Mos Def on...haha. Oh, for those into their soul music, the new Dwele ('Sketches of a Man') is baaad (surely by now you know I mean 'bad' as in 'good'). Royce Da 5'9"s 'Bar Exam 2'. He's a monster! I'm a fan of Kings of Leon, but the tune, 'Sex Is On Fire', is straight corny! Noiseworks anyone?

What are you guys listening to?

Quick thumbs up and downs.

Thumbs up:

Warriors (rugby league, for those not in the know) getting into the semi's.

The sun slowly creeping into the daily weather.

Kanye doing a Bjork. Funny as.

Sonny Bill allegedly 'home sick' and not enjoying it in France. C'mooon maaate...

Birth of another niece and nephew. Jorja and Lonnie. Much love.

Thumbs down:

Raiders (again, league) bowing out of the finals run.

Wallabies losing to the All Blacks.

Politcial unrest in India. Hell, every where for that matter.

The Last Kinection crew in a car accident. Get well soon, folks.

OK, that's about it for this post. Probably see you in a couple of weeks time. Probably making more excuses and telling you what crap to listen to...haha. Alrighty folks.

Blessings...

Hau